Facilities Maintenance Technician

Lanco Group of Companies; Hazel Crest (IL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Lanco seeks a seasoned Facilities Maintenance Technician to support 10 commercial properties. This hands-on role requires troubleshooting, repairs, and coordination with vendors to keep HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and general systems running smoothly.

You will oversee daily maintenance tasks, perform preventive and emergency work, and ensure safety and code compliance across properties. Strong problem-solving and independent work ethic are essential.

Qualifications

• 10–15 years of experience in commercial construction, commercial property maintenance, facilities maintenance, or related field.
• Strong hands-on knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and general building systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day maintenance and upkeep of 10 commercial properties.
• Perform preventive, routine, and emergency maintenance to keep facilities operating safely and efficiently.
• Troubleshoot and repair HVAC, plumbing, electrical, lighting, mechanical, and other building systems.
• Complete general building repairs including carpentry, ceiling tiles, doors, locks, and interior/exterior maintenance.
• Conduct regular property inspections to identify maintenance needs, safety concerns, and code compliance issues.
• Respond to tenant maintenance requests promptly and professionally.
• Coordinate and monitor contractors and outside service vendors when specialized work is needed.
• Maintain accurate work orders, maintenance logs, and preventive maintenance schedules.
• Order parts and supplies and maintain inventory levels.
• Identify equipment that may need replacement and provide capital improvement recommendations.
• Ensure work is performed safely per OSHA standards and local codes.
• Participate in an on-call rotation and respond to after-hours emergencies.

Skills

HVAC systems

Electrical work

Plumbing

Building maintenance

Troubleshooting

Safety compliance

Job description

We are looking for a seasoned Facilities Maintenance Technician with strong commercial construction or property maintenance experience to support the day-to-day operations of a portfolio of 10 commercial buildings. This is a hands‑on role for someone who knows how to troubleshoot problems, make repairs, prioritize competing needs, and keep building systems operating smoothly with minimal supervision.

If you are an experienced maintenance professional who enjoys variety, takes pride in quality work, and can confidently handle everything from HVAC and electrical troubleshooting to general building repairs, this could be a great opportunity to make an impact across multiple properties.

What You’ll Do

• Help oversee the day-to-day maintenance and upkeep of 10 commercial properties.
• Perform preventive, routine, and emergency maintenance to keep facilities operating safely and efficiently.
• Troubleshoot and repair HVAC, plumbing, electrical, lighting, mechanical, and other building systems.
• Complete general building repairs, including carpentry, ceiling tile replacement, doors, locks, and interior and exterior maintenance.
• Conduct regular property inspections to identify maintenance needs, safety concerns, and potential code compliance issues.
• Respond to tenant maintenance requests promptly and professionally.
• Coordinate and monitor contractors and outside service vendors when specialized work is needed.
• Maintain accurate work orders, maintenance logs, and preventive maintenance schedules.
• Order parts and supplies and maintain appropriate inventory levels.
• Identify equipment that may need replacement and provide recommendations for future capital improvements.
• Ensure work is performed safely and in accordance with OSHA standards and applicable local building codes.
• Participate in an on-call rotation and respond to after‑hours emergencies when necessary.

What We’re Looking For

• 10–15 years of experience in commercial construction, commercial property maintenance, facilities maintenance, or a related field.
• Strong hands‑on knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and general building systems.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot problems and complete repairs independently.
• Experience supporting multiple commercial properties or locations.
• Strong problem‑solving and decision‑making skills.
• Excellent time management and the ability to prioritize work based on urgency and impact.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while knowing when to involve outside vendors or internal partners.
• Strong communication and customer service skills, with a professional approach to working with tenants, contractors, and vendors.
• Commitment to maintaining safe, clean, and well‑maintained properties.

Physical & Work Environment

This is a hands‑on maintenance position that involves working both indoors and outdoors throughout all seasons. The role may involve exposure to noise, chemicals, heavy equipment, and machinery. The ability to perform the physical requirements of the position safely and effectively is essential.

• Requires accurate hand‑eye coordination, finger dexterity, and sufficient hand strength to grasp, lift, push, and pull.
• Requires frequent climbing, twisting, bending, squatting, and kneeling, including for extended periods.
• May lift and carry parts and materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to safely ascend and descend ladders and/or scaffolding.
• Must be comfortable working around and operating in areas with heavy equipment and machinery.
• Must be able to work safely in a variety of indoor and outdoor conditions.

Compensation/Benefits

We foster a collaborative team environment that values innovation and encourages creative solutions to drive positive organizational impact. Our employees are the key to our success and help us stand out from our competitors. The base pay range for this role is $30.00/hr - $38.00/hr. The final compensation offer may vary based on factors such as experience, education, skills, and location. We offer competitive pay, paid time off, and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and a 401(k) plan.

Please note this job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Lanco is an equal employment opportunity employer. All employment-related decisions, including but not limited to hiring, compensation, promotion, discipline (including termination), evaluation, training, and development opportunities, etc., are made without discrimination based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender-related identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, military status, protected disability, citizenship, genetic information or any other category protected by applicable law.